IC3 course

Computing Fundamentals Course

IC3 Module A

Course Description This module includes the knowledge and skills required to identify different types of computers, the components of a personal computer and how these components work together. The module also provides the knowledge and skills relating to computer storage, both hard and software.

Computer Hardware

Identify different types of computers, how computers work (process information) and how individual computers fit into larger systems

Identify the function of computer hardware components and common problems associated with individual components

Identify issues relating to computer performance and how it is affected by different components of the computer

Identify the factors that go into a decision on how to purchase a computer or select a computer for work, school, or home

Computer Software

Identify how software works and how software and hardware work together to perform computing tasks

Identify different types of software, the tasks for which each type of software is most suited, and the popular programs in each software category

Using an Operating System

Identify what an operating system is and how it works

Be able to manipulate and control the Windows desktop, files and disks

Be able to change system settings and install software

Key Applications

IC3 Module B

Course Description This module includes the knowledge and skills required to perform functions common to all Microsoft Windows applications with an emphasis on the common functionality between the two most common Microsoft Office applications, Microsoft Word and Excel. Elements include the ability to start and exit either the Word or Excel application, modify the display of toolbars and other on-screen elements, use online help, and perform file management, editing, formatting and printing functions common to Word, Excel and most Windows applications.

Common Program Functions

Be able to start and exit a Windows application and utilise sources of online help

Identify common on-screen elements of Windows applications, change application settings, and manage files within an application

Be able to format text and documents including the ability to use automatic formatting tools

Be able to add tables and graphics to a document

Spreadsheet Functions

Be able to modify worksheet data and structure

Be able to sort data and manipulate data using formulas and functions

Be able to format a worksheet

Be able to add pictures and charts to a worksheet

Living Online

IC3 Module C

Course Description This module includes the knowledge and skills required to identify common terminology associated with computer networks and the Internet, components and benefits of networked computers, the difference between different types of networks (LAN and WAN), and how computer networks fit into other communications networks (like the telephone network).

Networks and the Internet

Identify network fundamentals and the benefits and risks of network computing

Identify the relationship between computer networks, other communications networks (like the telephone network) and the Internet

The Impact of Computing and Networks on Society

Identify how computers are used in different areas of work, school and home